1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Falcon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |