2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
