1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Seville | Liberty |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |