1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
