2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 624 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |