2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 178 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
