2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 656 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
