2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2000 TVR Griffith. (320 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (499 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith 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 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Escalade | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
