1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 7 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 160 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2006 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2006 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Eldorado | ION |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
