1999 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
In comparing the 1999 Cadillac Escalade's and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1999 Cadillac Escalade's and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a better car than the 1999 Cadillac Escalade.
1999 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Pricing
A used 1999 Cadillac Escalade ranges from $2,998 to $10,795 while a used 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is priced between $1,855 to $11,799.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 Cadillac Escalade’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class base engine makes 215 horsepower. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The M-Class is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 361 miles.This gives the 1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1999 Cadillac Escalade the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1999 Cadillac Escalade has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2998 - 10795
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1855 - 11799
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
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3 out of / 24Ranking
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3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 33Mercedes-Benz M-Class Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Base
1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Trim Levels
ML 320, ML 430
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp
Torque:
330 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
233 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 15 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 361 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
77 inches
Height:
74.3 inches
Length:
201.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4387 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
180.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available