2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 897 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | NV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
