1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 438 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |