2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 19 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 453 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
