1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Camaro | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
