2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano

To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (420 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac DeVille 2005 Nissan Terrano
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model DeVille Terrano
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 279 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L


 

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