2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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 168 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 214 kg more than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
