2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio 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 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
