2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | S2000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |