2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta 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 155 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. 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 Lancia Delta. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
