1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |