2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | RX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
