2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 190 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Accent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
