1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 577 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline 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 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |
