2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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 128 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 328 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Seville | Compass |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |