1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 629 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
