2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. Both 2003 Cadillac Escalade and 1999 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 813 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |