2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Escalade and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 245 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1453 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Escalade | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 139 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |