2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Seville and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 18.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1885 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |