2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 182 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Escalade | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2615 mm |
