2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Eldorado | Aura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
