1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | C |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |