1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 124 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Highlander |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |