2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 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. Both 2005 Cadillac Seville and 2007 Cadillac STS are equipped with a 4,565 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | STS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |