2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1249 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Focus |
Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |