1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fusion 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 2011 Ford Fusion
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Seville Fusion
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4564 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
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 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2728 mm