2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 2002 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |