2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 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 155 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 552 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
