2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 10 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 148 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 83 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |