2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 102 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 765 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
