2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 206 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
