2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Seville 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
