2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2053 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8. 2003 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2000 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | Escalade | D8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
