2002 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 218 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 1999 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | Seville |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |