2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 249 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |