2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Seville | SS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |