1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper 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 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper 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 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
