2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 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 147 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 542 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
