2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |