2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |