2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Villager 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 141 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 27 kg more than 1996 Mercury Villager. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Seville | Villager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
