1999 MCC Smart vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1807 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | MCC | Cadillac |
| Model | Smart | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2947 mm |
