2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 4 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |