2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Omega 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 2002 Opel Omega. 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 (400 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
