2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |