1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 111 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 621 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 400 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3302 mm |