2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |