1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |