2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 523 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tesla Roadster 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 Tesla Roadster. 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Tesla |
Model | Eldorado | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2352 mm |