1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
