2000 Volkswagen AAC vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen AAC | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
Model | AAC | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 765 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |