1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1999 Cadillac Seville and 1999 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 166 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 637 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Laser 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 | 1999 Ford Laser | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Laser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |