1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1993 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DeVille | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2615 mm |