2001 Acura RL vs. 2005 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 182 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2005 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Seville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
