1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | G |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
