2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 992 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (536 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3302 mm |
