2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Vivio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |