1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 357 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Scion tC | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Seville | tC |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |