1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape 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 111 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |