2004 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 BMW 545.
Because 2004 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 2004 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 545 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
