1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 713 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Seville | Baleno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |