2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 807 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Bigua 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 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac Seville | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | Seville | Bigua |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |