2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 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 17 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 386 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
