2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 926 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Cadillac Seville 2004 GMC Sierra
Make Cadillac GMC
Model Seville Sierra
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 300 HP
Torque 400 Nm 489 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 2730 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 6030 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 129 L