2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
