1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 814 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
