1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 18 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 39 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | CC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2708 mm |
