2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado 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 70 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 968 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 (515 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
