2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento 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 292 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1905 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
