2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 622 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 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 | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
