2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 292 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
