2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (420 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | R8 | DeVille |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |