2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | Cayman |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3385 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |