2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |