2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 449 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
