2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra 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 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |