2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Nitro | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |