2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
