1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS

To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Caprice 2013 Cadillac XTS
Make Chevrolet Cadillac
Model Caprice XTS
Year Released 1993 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 257 HP 314 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1912 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2831 mm


 

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