1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2947 mm |