2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DeVille | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
