2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 922 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Escalade | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |