1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Seville | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
