2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 139 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 168 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Seville | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
