2001 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra 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 76 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 443 kg more than 2001 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
