2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President 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 73 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 730 kg more than 1998 Nissan President. 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 1998 Nissan President. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | President |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |