1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 123 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |