2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 146 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
