2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |