1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2006 Dodge Charger 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 2006 Dodge Charger. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Cadillac Seville 2006 Dodge Charger
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model Seville Charger
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 6063 cc
Horse Power 275 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 570 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3050 mm