1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Maxima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |