1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 508 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Envoy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |