2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 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 68 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 449 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Seville | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
