2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Quest |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |