2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 183 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Seville 2009 SsangYong Rexton
Make Cadillac SsangYong
Model Seville Rexton
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 2872 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 16.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1857 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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