2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 913 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
