2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 588 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra. 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 Sierra (413 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
