1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 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 201 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Seville | Fabia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |