1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 219 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Express | Escalade |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6505 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3302 mm |