2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Escalade | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |
