2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2004 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DeVille | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
