2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 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 169 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 603 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1998 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | Eldorado | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
