2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 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 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 535 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 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 535 | DeVille |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |