2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
