1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 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), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 894 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
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 | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |