2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC 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 178 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 734 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Seville | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
