2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Express |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |