1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 4 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 33 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Seville | QX4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |