1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LX. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | LX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
