2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 244 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 117 L |
