1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | DeVille | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
