2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 9 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 177 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Venga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |