1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Ranger | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
