2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 482 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Seville Drifter
Year Released 2000 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 2606 cc
Horse Power 290 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1827 kg 1345 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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