2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1776 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Renault | Cadillac |
Model | Kangoo | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2947 mm |