2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |