2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2004 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 550 | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4564 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |