2008 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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 152 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2003 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
