2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
