2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 219 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | Viano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
