1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 867 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SL | Escalade |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |