2000 Ford Equator vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1411 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Equator | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2619 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3302 mm |
