2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Cirrus 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 48 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 186 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (231 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
