1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 17 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 348 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
