2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DeVille and 2005 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | DeVille | Picanto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |