2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | CLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
