1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 807 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 2011 Nissan Armada 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 2011 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 521 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3129 mm |