2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |