2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |