2005 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2003 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
