1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 13 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 2009 Lexus LS 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 2009 Lexus LS. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
