2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 186 kg more than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Studebaker | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2946 mm |
