2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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. 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 91 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 597 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Seville | FR-S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |