1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 569 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SL | Escalade |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |