2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac Seville and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 166 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 336 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 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 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |