1996 Daewoo Brougham vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daewoo Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daewoo Brougham 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 294 more horse power than 1996 Daewoo Brougham. (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1319 kg more than 1996 Daewoo Brougham. 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1996 Daewoo Brougham has manual transmission. 1996 Daewoo Brougham 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:
| 1996 Daewoo Brougham | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Cadillac |
| Model | Brougham | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3302 mm |
