1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 128 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
