2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
