2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 12 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 26 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 708 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | XTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2837 mm |
