2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 11 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 101 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 574 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Seville | FR-S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |