2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.

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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Eldorado 2012 Honda Odyssey
Make Cadillac Honda
Model Eldorado Odyssey
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 290 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1758 kg 1967 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 79 L


 

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