2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Sentra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |