2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 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 182 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 872 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
