2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 268 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 409 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Escalade | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |