1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
