2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 168 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 551 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac Seville 2012 Toyota Corolla
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Seville Corolla
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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