2005 Acura EL vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 2005 Acura EL and 2005 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | EL | DeVille |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |