The Cadillac DeVille, a flagship full-size sedan, represented Cadillac's commitment to luxury and performance until its final model year in 2005, when it transitioned to the DTS nameplate.
From 2002 to 2005, the DeVille was powered by a 4.6L DOHC Northstar V8 engine, delivering between 275 and 300 horsepower and up to 300 lb-ft of torque.
This front-wheel-drive sedan utilized a 4-speed automatic transmission (Hydra-Matic 4T80-E) for smooth power delivery.
The Northstar engine, a hallmark of Cadillac engineering, provided a balance of refined performance and reliability during its era.
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Eighth Generation: 2000-2005
The 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille featured a 4.6L DOHC Northstar V8 engine, delivering power outputs ranging from 275 hp and 285 lb-ft of torque to 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 4-speed electronically controlled Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) automatic transmission.
This generation retained a front-wheel-drive configuration and introduced innovations like the world's first series-production automotive night vision system, marketed as Night Vision.
A high-performance variant, the TAD DeVille DTSi, tuned by Tim Allen, pushed the Northstar V8 to 398 hp, showcasing the platform's engineering potential.
2005 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower
The Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a 4.6L DOHC Northstar engine, producing a horsepower range of 275 hp to 290 hp, depending on the configuration.
Torque output varies from 285 lb-ft to 300 lb-ft, with both figures stemming from the same engine type and size.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, specifically the electronically controlled Hydra-Matic (4T80-E).
2005 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DHS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DTS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
290 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
285 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm |
2004 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower
The Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a 4.6L DOHC Northstar engine, producing a horsepower range of 275 hp to 300 hp, with the higher output attributed to specific engine configurations.
Torque output varies from 295 lb-ft to 300 lb-ft, depending on the engine configuration. The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, specifically the electronically controlled Hydra-Matic (4T80-E).
2004 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DHS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DTS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
300 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
295 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm |
2003 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower
The Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a 4.6L DOHC Northstar engine, producing a horsepower range of 275 hp at 5600 rpm with 300 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, to 300 hp at 6000 rpm with 295 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm, depending on the engine configuration.
It features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, specifically the electronically controlled Hydra-Matic (4T80-E).
2003 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR (275 HP [205.1 kW] @ 5600 rpm 300 lb.-ft. [405.0 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DHS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR (275 HP [205.1 kW] @ 5600 rpm 300 lb.-ft. [405.0 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DTS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | DOHC NORTHSTAR (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 6000 rpm 295 lb.-ft. [400.0 N-m] @ 4400 rpm) | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD, Hydra-Matic (4T80-E) | FWD |
300 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
295 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm |
2002 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower
The Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a 4.6L SFI DOHC Northstar engine, producing a horsepower range of 275 hp to 300 hp, depending on the specific engine configuration.
Torque output varies from 295 lb-ft to 300 lb-ft, also influenced by the engine type.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2002 Cadillac DeVille Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | (279) SFI DOHC 275-HP NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DHS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | (279) SFI DOHC 275-HP NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
275 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
300 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
DTS Sedan |
4.6L | V8 | (279) SFI DOHC 300-HP NORTHSTAR | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
300 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
295 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm |
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