2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.

Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 2003 Cadillac Seville
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Escalade Seville
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 332 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 499 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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