1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Prius |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |