2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 817 kg more than 1997 Ford Maverick.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
