2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1647 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | MX-5 Miata | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |