2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1993 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1993 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
| Model | Escalade | Summit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
