2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 644 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Idea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
