1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 16 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 44 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | X3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |