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Acura RL vs Cadillac Seville

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2012 Acura RL

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2004 Cadillac Seville

Overview

SpecAcura RLBaseCadillac SevilleSLS
Selected trimBaseSLS
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20122004

Pricing & market

SpecAcura RLBaseCadillac SevilleSLS
MSRP$48,200$45,975 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura RLBaseCadillac SevilleSLS
Combined MPG20 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG17 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG24 MPG24 MPG
Fuel tank19.3 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecAcura RLBaseCadillac SevilleSLS
Horsepower300 hp (best)275 hp
Torque271 lb-ft300 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.7 L4.6 L (best)
CylindersV6V8

Size & capability

SpecAcura RLBaseCadillac SevilleSLS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.1 cu ft15.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,083 lbs3,969 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.7 in (best)5.4 in
Wheelbase110.2 in112.2 in (best)
Length195.7 in201 in (best)
Width72.7 in75 in (best)
Height57.2 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura RLBaseCadillac SevilleSLS
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)6None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAcura RLCadillac Seville
1

Base

$48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SLS

$45,975 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Technology Package

$52,350 MSRP

3

Technology Package - in HI

$52,350 MSRP

4

Advance Package

$56,150 MSRP

Acura RL vs Cadillac Seville FAQ

Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Cadillac Seville?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2004 Cadillac Seville on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Cadillac Seville?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Cadillac Seville starts lower at $45,975.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Cadillac Seville?
The 2004 Cadillac Seville leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (45,975).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Cadillac Seville?
The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Cadillac Seville?
The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Cadillac Seville?
The 2004 Cadillac Seville leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).