2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Escalade | Berlina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |