1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (257 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | E |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |