1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Cadillac Seville 2009 Dodge Charger
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model Seville Charger
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1692 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3050 mm


 

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