2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 664 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
