2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century 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 184 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Century. 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) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Escalade | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2662 mm |
