2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
