2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DTS | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
