2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 424 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
