2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
