1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 657 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Quest |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |