2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
