2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac DeVille 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) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
