2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2000 Cadillac Eldorado and 2000 Lotus Exige 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 113 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 972 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige 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 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Eldorado | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |