1997 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 235 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Express | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3302 mm |