2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
