1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 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 137 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 408 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 406 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |