2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 204 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 504 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
