2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Seville Suburban
Year Released 2000 1990
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3300 mm


 

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