2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Eos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |