2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Eldorado 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 170 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 628 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Laser 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 | 2002 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| 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 | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
