2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1547 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
