2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 71 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 mm |