1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter

To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 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 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 117 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.

Because 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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 2008 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Cadillac Seville 2008 Dodge Sprinter
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model Seville Sprinter
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 271 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5910 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 51 L


 

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