2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 103 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |