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== Design ==
== Design ==
The Cavalcade is very closely based on the second generation [[wp:Cadillac Escalade#2nd generation|Cadillac Escalade]] (it is based on the standard Escalade not the Escalade ESV, the extended wheelbase model). The Cavalcade comes in a variety of colors, though it has one primary body style. The name Cavalcade means a procession or parade (of sorts) on horseback while also sounding like a combination of the words "Cadillac" and "Escalade".
The Cavalcade is very closely based on the second generation [[wp:Cadillac Escalade#2nd generation|Cadillac Escalade]] (standard model — it lacks the extended wheelbase of the Escalade ESV). The Cavalcade comes in a variety of colors, though it has one primary body style. The name Cavalcade means a procession or parade on horseback, and also sounds like a combination of the names "Cadillac" and "Escalade".


== Performance ==
== Performance ==

Revision as of 17:18, 23 October 2009

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A Cavalcade in GTA IV (Rear quarter view).

The Albany Cavalcade is a 4-door SUV featured in Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars. It is common throughout the city and can be found in all boroughs.

Design

The Cavalcade is very closely based on the second generation Cadillac Escalade (standard model — it lacks the extended wheelbase of the Escalade ESV). The Cavalcade comes in a variety of colors, though it has one primary body style. The name Cavalcade means a procession or parade on horseback, and also sounds like a combination of the names "Cadillac" and "Escalade".

Performance

The Cavalcade is powered by a high-displacement V8, paired to a 5 speed gearbox in a 50% front, 50% rear AWD layout. It is capable of launching itself off the line quickly, and has a very reasonable top speed. Braking in the Cavalcade is very good for a vehicle of its size, and ABS is standard across the line. The suspension is moderately firm, and will keep the Cavalcade well balanced through the bends, though some oversteer can be felt on longer turns. Crash deformation is also very good, as the Cavalcade holds it's shape after multiple accidents, and the suspension seems to hold together better than other vehicles. The engine itself is very sturdy, and will not fail unless significantly damaged multiple times.

Off-road, the Cavalcade is also a stellar performer, with enough torque to climb medium to large-sloped hills and even some medium sized rocks. The AWD system helps keep the vehicle on the straight and narrow in even the worst terrain.

Variants

  • A burgundy Spanish Lords Cavalcade with special gold rims, a roofrack/roofrail and stereo systems in the rear. These vehicles' stereos feature a noticeable increased bass effect due to the subwoofers. The Spanish Lords Cavalcades are mostly found around South Bohan, as well as Alderney City.
  • A unique black-tinted (The main color varies) Cavalcade with black rims is also available during the mission Deconstruction for Beginners. It is parked in an alley in Castle Gardens where Playboy X has left it with a supply of weapons. The player can drive this Cavalcade to a safehouse to store it, and still return to complete the mission. A similar black-tinted Cavalcade is the target of one of Stevie's Car Thefts; this Cavalcade has a unique green undercoat and black rims.

Trivia

  • As Roman Bellic becomes more successful, he replaces his fleet of Esperanto taxis with grey Cavalcades.
  • Upon completion of all 30 of Stevie's Car Thefts, standard Cavalcades may be sold at his garage for $7,000. Roman's Cavalcades, if sold to Stevie in perfect condition with their original grey body color, will earn the player $21,000; if resprayed, their payout drops to the default $7,000.
  • In GTA IV, the two default radio stations in the Cavalcade are The Beat 102.7 and The Classics 104.1.

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