1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet.
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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
