2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 10 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 526 kg more than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2012 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Savana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
