2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Viper. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
