2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 124 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
