1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra 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 188 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 647 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra 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.
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1997 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Lantra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |