1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 17 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | E-Series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 150 L |