1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | Escalade |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |