2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 176 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 393 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
