2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DeVille and 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
