2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 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 207 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 977 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | CC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |