1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Renault Scenic

To start off, both 1999 Cadillac Eldorado and 1999 Renault Scenic 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 164 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Cadillac Eldorado 1999 Renault Scenic
Make Cadillac Renault
Model Eldorado Scenic
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4564 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 188 Nm
Top Speed 241 km/hour 196 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2570 mm


 

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