2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1639 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
