2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 206 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Because 1994 Dodge Viper 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 1994 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Viper |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |