1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 793 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Echo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |