2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 472 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Escalade | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |