2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |