2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 10 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | CLC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 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 | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |