2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | Grand Prix | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
