1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
