1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 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 | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
