2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 401 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
