2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | Seville | 62 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 900 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |