1999 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | E | Escalade |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |