1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 58 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Seville | Musso |
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 | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 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 | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |