2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Seville and 2005 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Cerato 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 | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Cerato |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |