1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 158 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 432 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |