1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportut | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
