1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 647 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Rio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 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 | 1101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |