2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |