2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | NV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3711 mm |
