2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | MKT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2103 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |