2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa 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 157 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Toyota Previa. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | Previa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
