2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Saturn Astra

To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 521 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra
Make Cadillac Saturn
Model Seville Astra
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 46 L


 

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