2009 Acura RDX vs. 1999 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1999 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RDX | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
