2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 871 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
