2008 Acura TL vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 471 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | Seville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
