2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |