2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 203 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Optima 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.
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2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Optima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2797 mm |