1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | 300 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |