1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
