2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 1996 Ford Galaxy, 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Galaxy 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 | 1996 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2295 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |