2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
