1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 673 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |