2004 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1998 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |
