2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |