2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 11 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 102 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 457 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Seville | ILX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
