2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 538 kg more than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |