2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4010 mm |