2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
