2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica 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 171 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 666 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Celica 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 | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |