2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 269 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |