2000 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 250 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1479 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (565 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Sentra | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3302 mm |
