2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 709 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |