1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 974 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | Navigator |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |