2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 604 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
