1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Xterra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |