2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1986 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1986 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Escalade | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
