2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1137 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
