2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 274 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Lexus ES | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | ES |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |