2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 244 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3250 mm |