2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Zagato Raptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Zagato Raptor would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor.
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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Zagato |
| Model | Escalade | Raptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
