2001 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo 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.
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2001 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Mondeo | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |