2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. 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 208 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 958 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
