1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 19 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 148 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 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.
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1993 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 408 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |