2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Enclave | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |