2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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 1797 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Escalade | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
