2004 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 143 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | Seville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
