2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
