2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 233 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 721 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Seville | Baleno |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |