1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |