2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Caprice |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |