2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn ION 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 | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Seville | ION |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |