2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | CC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |