2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 194 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 2021 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |