1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 13 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 130 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
