2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 12 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1492 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |