2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 260 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Escalade | Marcia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |