1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 246 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
Model | Passat | Escalade |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |