1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 133 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Opirus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |