2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 691 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.

Because 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. 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 GMC Savana (623 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Eldorado 2010 GMC Savana
Make Cadillac GMC
Model Eldorado Savana
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 315 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 623 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 2421 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3429 mm


 

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