1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 1999 Cadillac Eldorado and 1999 Citroen Saxo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Eldorado | Saxo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |