1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 285 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Sienna |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |