1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | Viano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
