2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado

To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. Both 2007 Cadillac SRX and 1998 Cadillac Eldorado are equipped with a 4,565 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 191 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac SRX 1998 Cadillac Eldorado
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model SRX Eldorado
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 405 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 72 L


 

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