2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 161 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |