1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 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 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 785 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 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (618 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 8131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
