2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. 2002 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | DeVille | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |