1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 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 147 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 437 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | i30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
