2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 247 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Escalade 2007 Volkswagen Polo
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model Escalade Polo
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 346 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2527 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 45 L


 

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