2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 4 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 144 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Holden Vectra. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Vectra 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 | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |