2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |