2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Holden Frontera

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DeVille and 2005 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (400 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac DeVille 2005 Holden Frontera
Make Cadillac Holden
Model DeVille Frontera
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2710 mm


 

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