1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | F-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 3075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |