2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn SC, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Escalade | SC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
