2007 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
