1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |