1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
