1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
