2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 887 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Seville 2002 Smart ForFour
Make Cadillac Smart
Model Seville ForFour
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1857 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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