1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
