2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 269 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | Sebring |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |