2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 3 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GS 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 2007 Lexus GS. 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, 2007 Lexus GS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |