1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 13 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 396 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
