2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 696 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Because 2002 TVR Griffith 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 2002 TVR Griffith. 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Eldorado | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
