2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Escalade | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |