2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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 244 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Fourtrak TDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
