2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
