2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 293 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1965 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 34 L |
