2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |