1997 Buick Century vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
