2000 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1947 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2000 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Westfield | Cadillac |
| Model | ZEI | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2946 mm |
