2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 991 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 456 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |
