1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 451 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Contour |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |