2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.6 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |