1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
