2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | Premacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |