1998 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Silvia | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Silvia | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
