2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 108 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1640 kg |
