1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 11 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 436 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Eldorado | Sky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
