2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |