1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. 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 80 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
