2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2003 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Brera | Seville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
