1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4264 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
