2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (516 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Escalade | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
