1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Bora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
