1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 534 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Terios |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 46 L |
