2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia 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) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 748 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia 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 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Thalia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |