2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 914 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | C3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |