2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit 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 245 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. 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 1995 Dodge Spirit. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
