1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 14 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) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
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) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 46 L |
