2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |