2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Cielo 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Buick Cielo. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 2003 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Cielo | Seville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1806 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
