1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2896 mm |
