1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | Pilot |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |