1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 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 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Seville | G6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
