1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 415 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
