1998 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 1998 Cadillac DeVille and 1998 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac DeVille (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1998 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DeVille | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |