2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
