2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 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 4 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 426 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |