1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 259 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Optima |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2360 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |