2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza 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 286 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1719 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Escalade | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
