1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 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), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
