2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 12 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 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Seville | TSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |