1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Seville | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |