2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 169 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 617 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
