2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | R |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 632 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |