2000 CADILLAC ELDORADO

With the demise of the Lincoln Mark VIII and the Buick Riviera, by 2000 Cadillac Eldorado was the only luxury coupe being produced in North America.

The base Eldorado was rebadged ESC (for Eldorado Sport Coupe) and together with its stablemates, the more powerful and better handling, Eldorado Touring Coupe (ETC) gave buyers a choice between rides that were either cushier or more sporting.

Styling for the two coupes was carried over from 1999, although ETC was now largely devoid of chrome trim and sported new, seven-spoke wheels and a new deck lid logo.

The big news for both was the extensive redesign of the Northstar 4.6-liter V-8 engines, which allowed them to run smoothly, quietly, and efficiently on regular gasoline.

The base Eldorado continued to use the 275-hp Northstar while the ETC's churned out 300 hp.

The 4180-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission with viscous converter clutch was again used with both Northstar versions.

ENGINE

FeatureESCETC
Engine type90° dual overhead cam Northstar V-8
ConstructionAluminum block, cast iron cylinder liners, aluminum cylinder heads
Valves32
Displacement279 cu. in. (4.6 liters)
Bore & stroke3.66 in. x 3.31 in.
Compression ratio10.0:1
Brake horsepower275 @ 5600 rpm300 @ 6000 rpm
Torque300 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
Valve liftersDirect acting hydraulic tappets
Fuel supplyTuned port fuel injection

DRIVETRAIN

CHASSIS

FeatureESCETC
Wheelbase108.0 in.108.0 in.
Overall length200.6 in.200.6 in.
Height53.6 in.53.6 in.
Width75.5 in.75.5 in.
Front Tread60.9 in.60.9 in.
Rear Tread60.9 in.60.9 in.
Standard TiresMichelin XW4 P225/60R16Goodyear Eagle RS-A P235/60R16

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