2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 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 242 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escalade | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
