1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
