2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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 270 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1710 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. 2001 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon 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 | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
