1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 BMW 5 Series
When we compare the 1997 Cadillac Seville's and the 1997 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Cadillac Seville has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 1997 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Cadillac Seville's and the 1997 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Cadillac Seville is a better car than the 1997 BMW 5 Series.
1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 BMW 5 Series Pricing
A used 1997 Cadillac Seville ranges from $750 to $59,954 while a used 1997 BMW 5 Series is priced between $2,995 to $13,250.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Cadillac Seville’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the 1997 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 190 horsepower. The Seville is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the 1997 BMW 5 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1997 Cadillac Seville the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
750 - 59954
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2995 - 13250
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Cadillac Seville Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac Seville Rankings
Not yet available
BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Cadillac Seville Trim Levels
SLS, STS
1997 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
528i, 540i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 3950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3900 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
204.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3450 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
188 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available