2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 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 8 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 407 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 993 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 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | 993 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
