2007 BMW 523 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 7 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 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 523 | Seville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |