1993 Ford Contour 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 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour 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 229 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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 1993 Ford Contour. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Contour | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |