2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Seville | STS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
