1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 504 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 507 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
