1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
