2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Impala |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
