1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 212 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.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1964 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |