2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
