2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1507 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
| Model | Guara | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3302 mm |
