2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea 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 207 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 502 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. 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 1990 Nissan Presea. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Presea 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 | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Presea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
