1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 113 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 202 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Explorer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |