2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon 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 255 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Escalade | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |