2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 550 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |