2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

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2006 Cadillac Escalade 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Cadillac Daihatsu
Model Escalade Compagno
Year Released 2006 1968
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 345 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 2691 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2230 mm