2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
