2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 553 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (407 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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.
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2004 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |