2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva 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 261 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2001 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Escalade | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 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 | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |