2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Century. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Escalade | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2662 mm |
