1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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 (565 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | F-150 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
