1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DeVille | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2604 mm |