2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
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 (400 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |