2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 5 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 2005 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Seville | Spyder |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |