1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
