1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 436 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4250 mm |
