2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | Viano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |