2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer 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 130 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Explorer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |