1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 537 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Ford Equator | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Equator |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1787 cc |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 160 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3260 mm |