2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara 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 230 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
