2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |