2009 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1990 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2150 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
