2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 108 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 528 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |