1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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 215 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 399 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Range Rover | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2946 mm |
