2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 363 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |