2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra 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 313 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 678 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. 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 1994 Opel Tigra. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
