1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |