2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville 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 162 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger 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 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
