1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | E-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 388 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |