2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Insignia 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 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Insignia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2737 mm |