1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 724 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |