2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 130 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Seville | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
