2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
