2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Multipla 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 250 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1998 Fiat Multipla. 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 1998 Fiat Multipla. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
