2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra 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 283 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2610 mm |
