2006 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1995 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
