1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Seville | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
