1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima 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 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Optima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |