2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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 209 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 942 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Smart Roadster 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 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Seville | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |