2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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 209 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 473 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva 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.
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2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Eldorado | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |