1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1579 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2947 mm |
