2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 591 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |