2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 339 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. 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 (400 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
