2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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 65 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Acadia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |