2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3490 mm |
