1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
