2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 277 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.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 2009 Chrysler 300. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 480 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
