2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
