1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 19 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 428 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.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Routan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3078 mm |
