1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
