1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 627 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Cadillac Seville 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model Seville G
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 457 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1748 kg 2375 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 96 L