2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 707 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
Model | Seville | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |