2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 217 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac Seville 2002 Holden Berlina
Make Cadillac Holden
Model Seville Berlina
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4564 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1857 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2950 mm


 

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