2003 Chevrolet SS 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 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 829 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | SS | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
