1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Ranger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |