1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 14 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | ML |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
