1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 376 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 2008 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
