2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 6 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, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2008 BMW 545 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 2008 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 545 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
