2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |