2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 823 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
