2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 134 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |