1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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 (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Seville | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
