2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 158 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Tundra | Escalade |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |