2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L 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 110 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 507 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Seville | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |