2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 36 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 394 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
