2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century 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) has 220 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. 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) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Escalade | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2664 mm |
