2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |