2006 Acura RL vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 6 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, both vehicles can yield 290 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 249 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
