1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3075 mm |
