2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, both 2000 Cadillac Eldorado and 2000 Ford Artic were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 162 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Artic 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 2000 Ford Artic. 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Ford Artic | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Artic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |