2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Alto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2180 mm |
