1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | C | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
