2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 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 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 664 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
Model | Seville | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |