2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
