2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC 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 98 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1997 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
