2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
