1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 16 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 149 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 555 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD will offer significantly more control. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Seville | xD |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
