1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 14 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 423 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Seville | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
