1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 5 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 88 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2002 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |