1994 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 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 244 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |
