2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 189 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |