2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 2004 Dodge Dakota. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |