1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 293 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Routan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |