2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager 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 196 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 891 kg more than 1998 Mercury Villager. 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 Mercury Villager. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Escalade | Villager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
