2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 529 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 2011 Porsche Boxster. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |