2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Chevrolet Metro
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro 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 (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 843 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Metro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Chevrolet Metro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Metro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
