2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 13 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 53 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
