2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 717 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
