1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 531 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 220 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Seville | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
