1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 5 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, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
Because 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Subaru B | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | B |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |