2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2002 Jeep Compass 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 (290 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Compass. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 352 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Compass. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Eldorado | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
