2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 446 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac Seville 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Seville Lexcen
Year Released 2003 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2740 mm