2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |