2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
