2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville 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) has 109 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
