1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 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 86 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 612 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Equinox |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |