2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 926 kg more than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Escalade | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2680 mm |
