2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 253 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Signum |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |