1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 9 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Element |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |