1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon 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 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Yukon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |