2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Holden Calais

To start off, 2012 Holden Calais 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2012 Holden Calais 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 2012 Holden Calais. 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, 2012 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 2012 Holden Calais
Make Cadillac Holden
Model Seville Calais
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 290 HP 344 HP
Torque 400 Nm 530 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors


 

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