1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Acura TL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Seville | TL |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |