2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
