2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 329 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 979 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
