2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
