1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |