1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 185 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
