2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 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 180 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 872 kg more than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | DeVille | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |