1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 799 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |