2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 10 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 299 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
