2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
