2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 3 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 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 130 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 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 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Seville | G5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
