2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Lexus GS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus GS 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 95 more horse power than 1997 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 84 kg more than 1997 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lexus GS 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 1997 Lexus GS. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Lexus GS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | GS |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |