2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 414 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier 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 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rainier | Seville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |