2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 (290 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 792 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Eldorado | ForFour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |