2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 2000 Cadillac Seville and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 148 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 547 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 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 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Seville | 146 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |