2008 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 3 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 95 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TSX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
