1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V 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 132 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 252 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
