2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DeVille and 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. 2005 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | DeVille | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |