2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (292 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Lexus GS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | GS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |