1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 12 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 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 435 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3880 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
