2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 05-Sep 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 174 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Seville | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |