2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus 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 94 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Opirus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |