2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 6 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 196 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 644 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Terios II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| 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 | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
