2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 780 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 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56. 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 QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1758 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
