2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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 116 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |