2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 590 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Escalade | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
