2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Eldorado | EX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |