2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
