2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser 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 172 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
