2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. 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 1997 Rover 600. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Escalade | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
