2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 13 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 517 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | Boxter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2475 mm |