2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 93 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | DeVille | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |