2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1722 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | YRV | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |
