1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 219 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
