1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |