2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 227 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
