2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 486 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
