1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Calibra | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| 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 | 115 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
