2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio 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 192 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 882 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Rio |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |