1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 434 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |