1993 Buick Century vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century 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) has 236 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Century. 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) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Century | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3302 mm |
