2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 293 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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 Mazda Laputa. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
