1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 421 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Terracan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |