1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
