2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |