2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1930 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1990 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1990 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Escalade | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2040 mm |