2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus LS 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 2004 Lexus LS. 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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Lexus LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |