2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac DeVille and 2002 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 358 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. 2002 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Vibe 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 | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DeVille | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
