2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1519 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
