2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE

To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina D3 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
Make Alpina Cadillac
Model D3 ESCALADE
Year Released 2007 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3347 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 327 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Electric
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 2670 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2947 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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