1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |