2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 8C Competizione | Escalade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |