2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 987 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 Smart Fortwo. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Seville | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
