2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana, 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Cadillac | Proton |
Model | Escalade | Perdana |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2640 mm |