2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 184 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centieme | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
