2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 546 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
