1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 16 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | CLS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |