1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Impreza | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
