2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 447 kg more than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |