2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2004 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 442 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2004 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Centauri | Seville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
