2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 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 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2041 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8. 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 1996 Donkervoort D8. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | Escalade | D8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
